The evangelicals soon in the majority in Brazil: a historic turning point
The Brazilian religious landscape is changing. By the end of 2025, the evangelical could become the majority denominational group in Brazil, exceeding Catholics for the first time. This transition marks a historic turning point in this traditionally Catholic country.
A spectacular Catholic decline
In 1950, 93% of Brazilians declared themselves Catholics. Today, this figure fell to less than 50%. This dizzying fall is explained by several factors:
- There secularization growing Brazilian society
- L'growing attraction evangelical churches
- L'massive implementation mega-churches in urban and peripheral areas
The rise of evangelicals
Projections indicate that evangelical could reach 35.8% of the Brazilian population by 2026. This dazzling growth is based on:
- An aggressive expansion strategy (5,000 new temples per year)
- A increased political commitmentin particular through the “Bancada Evangélica” at the Congress
- The influence of charismatic figures as Edir Macedofounder of the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God
Social and Political Impact
This religious transition has deep repercussions on Brazilian society:
- Political influence : Evangelicals control 21% of seats in Congress
- Cultural transformation : Emergence of new forms of religious expression in the media and popular culture
- Social issues : Strong presence in favelas and among marginalized populations
A phenomenon that goes beyond borders
Evangelical growth in Brazil is part of a broader trend in Latin America. It arouses the interest of international observers and raises the question of the future of Catholicism in the region.
Future prospects
While Brazil is preparing to cross this historic course, several questions arise:
- How will the Catholic Church react to this new reality?
- What will be the long -term impact on Brazilian policy and society?
- Is this evangelical growth model exportable to other countries?
Brazil, the laboratory of a religious revolution in progress, offers us a fascinating overview of spiritual changes from the 21st century.
